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County Residents and Businesses Can Now Apply for Disaster Loans from SBA

Burlington County Residents and Businesses Can Now Apply for Disaster Loans from SBA Thanks to Efforts of Commissioner Director Hopson and Senator Singleton

Mount Holly, NJ – Burlington County Commissioner Director Fe...

Burlington County celebrates first fire academy graduation since start of COVID-19 pandemic

The Burlington County Commissioners and Department of Public Safety formally welcomed dozens of new firefighters and fire officers into the ranks of the County’s emergency services Wednesday night during the County’s first fire academy...

Health Department offering to vaccinate employees at local businesses

The Burlington County Health Department continues to make COVID-19 vaccines accessible to residents where they live and work and is seeking to partner with local businesses to hold vaccine clinics for their employees.

“We’re creating po...

Commissioners call on residents to continue fight against spotted lanternfly invasion

Their eggs may have hatched but Burlington County Parks officials say there’s still time to beat back the bugs before they grow into winged adults.

As part of the fight against the bug, the Burlington County Parks System created a spotted lantern...

Health Department schedule extra vaccine clinics in advance of the start of school

The start of the new school year is fast-approaching and the Burlington County Health Department is planning to hold several pop-up vaccine clinics during the next several weeks to ensure easy access to COVID-19 shots for eligible children and adults who ...

Record crowd turns out for Burlington County’s Winter Holidays in July celebration

The holidays came early to Burlington County’s weekly farmers market and so did the shoppers who came out in record numbers for Burlington County’s Winter Holidays in July celebration.

The special holiday-themed farmers market on July 1...

Farmers market vouchers now available for income-eligible seniors

The Burlington County Commissioners are reminding seniors they may be eligible for vouchers for fresh fruits and vegetables at local farmers markets, including the County’s weekly market at the Burlington County Agricultural Center.

Mor...

Decreasing demand prompts Burlington County to re-evaluate its COVID-19 testing programs

The Burlington County Health Department is suspending its COVID-19 testing programs until further notice amidst diminished demand and the wide availability of over-the-counter home test kits and other testing programs at pharmacies, urgent care centers an...

Commissioners collecting backpacks, school supplies with Senators Singleton and Addiego

– The Burlington County Board of Commissioners and New Jersey Senators Troy Singleton and Dawn Marie Addiego want to make sure every Burlington County child is prepared to return to school this fall.

Between now through August 20, the Board and S...

Burlington County to begin resurfacing work on Bordentown-Georgetown Road

Burlington County will continue work in its State Funded Overlay Program next week by resurfacing a 4.7-mile section of Bordentown-Georgetown Road in Bordentown Township, Chesterfield and Mansfield.  

Pavement milling and overlay work on the road,...

Commissioners celebrate opening of new stretch of Delaware River Heritage Trail

The Burlington County Commissioners celebrated the opening of the newest section of the Delaware River Heritage Trail on Saturday with the help of more than three dozen bicyclists who went for a ride on the new trail.

The ride was organized as part of the ...

Pinelands Library to move into new Medford building this fall

The Burlington County Commissioners and Burlington County Library System are pleased to announce that the Pinelands Library in Medford Township is moving into a more modern space this fall.

The Burlington County Commissioners just approved a new ...

Burlington County Clerk accepting appointments for Wednesday afternoon weddings

The Burlington County Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences is turning into a wedding venue on Wednesday afternoons, starting on July 14.

Burlington County Clerk Joanne Schwartz, who has married a total of 367 couples since taking office as Clerk, will be...

Burlington County COVID-19 Outreach Team

Attention Edgewater Park, Eastampton, Florence, Cinnaminson, Maple Shade, New Hanover, North Hanover, Woodland Township and Bass River residents: 

The Burlington County COVID-19 Outreach Team is in your neighborhood wearing reflective vests, id ba...

Burlington County listed among 500 healthiest communities in America

Burlington County is one of the healthiest places to live in the nation, according to the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings.

Our county was one of 10 New Jersey counties listed among the publication’s Top 500 Healthiest Commun...

Burlington County to celebrate opening of new segment of Delaware River Heritage Trail

Burlington County has a fantastic new addition to its regional trails network, offering walkers, runners and bicyclists an amazing journey through some of South Jersey’s most scenic and culturally significant destinations.

The County recently com...

County continues to offer zero-interest HELP loans to small businesses impacted by pandemic

The Burlington County Board of Commissioners are reminding local small business owners and nonprofits that zero-interest loans are still available to assist them with their pandemic recovery.

“COVID-19 produced widespread and devastating impacts ...

County launching program to provide mortgage and utility assistance to households impacted by COVID

The Burlington County Commissioners announced a new program to assist county homeowners impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Burlington County CARES Act program funded by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development will launch this month. The progra...

Burlington County park becoming new haven for migrating monarch butterflies

Monarch butterflies have a beautiful new garden to visit while summering in Burlington County.

Crystal Lake Park in Mansfield is the site of a new haven being created for the iconic orange-and-black winged insects thanks to a donation of 1,000 native milkw...

County opening four fixed vaccination clinics in Westampton, Palmyra, Edgewater Park and Bordentown

The Burlington County is continuing to make COVID-19 shots available to residents who want the strong protection the vaccines provide.

“We’ve made incredible progress in getting people vaccinated and we’ve seen the results in ...

Burlington County marks Juneteenth with successful cleanup at Dr. James Still Education Center

Burlington County offices were closed Friday in recognition of Juneteenth, and a large contingent of County employees and officials used the holiday to help out at the site dedicated to the life and legacy of one of the county’s most important h...

Burlington County Library System holds Kick-Off Party to celebrate new StoryWalk®

The Burlington County Library System has a new fun and exciting way for children and families to experience the joys of reading together in the great outdoors.

A StoryWalk pathway opened Wednesday next to the amphitheater adjacent to the Burlington County ...

Commissioners recognize individuals and groups for preserving local history

Burlington County’s diverse and rich history was showcased again with this year’s History Recognition Award recipients.

Awarded annually by the Burlington County Commissioners for more than 25 years, the program honors those who directl...

Commissioners and Senators Dawn Addiego and Troy Singleton deliver donated supplies

A spring donation drive organized by the Burlington County Commissioners and State Senators Dawn Marie Addiego and Troy Singleton for Catholic Charities Providence House Domestic Violence Services was declared a huge success with more than 1,000 items col...

Burlington County’s Palmyra Cove Nature Center to open community garden

A new garden is opening at the Palmyra Cove Nature Center and it will be a community project in all respects.

The Palmyra Cove Community Garden is the result of a partnership between the Bridge Commission and Palmyra Borough to create a sustainable garden ...

Burlington County looking to make improvements at Willingboro Lakes

The Burlington County Board of Commissioners is looking into possible enhancements at the County’s newest park, Willingboro Lakes.

Located off Route 130 and Beverly-Rancocas Road, the 105-acre park already has many amenities, including fishing pi...

Rescue recruit: Burlington City police find their next K9 officer at the County Animal Shelter

Burlington City police have a new recruit and he has loads of energy and a nose for sniffing out trouble.

Meet Dutch. He’s an 11-month-old German Shepherd-Pitbull mix who is the latest success story from the Burlington County Animal Shelter.

Dutch...

Commissioners and BurlCo Regional Chamber of Commerce teaming up for new small business initiative

The Burlington County Board of Commissioners, the Burlington County Bridge Commission’s Department of Economic Development and the Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce are partnering on a new initiative to assist small business owners ...

Health Department encourages parents to make vaccine appointments for teenage children

Children 12 to 15 years old are now eligible to receive Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine, and the Burlington County Health Department wants parents to be aware of the easy methods to make vaccine appointments.

The Burlington County Vaccine Mega-Site at ...

Burlington County Animal Shelter rescue finds home with police department

The Burlington County Animal Shelter has a record of success in finding forever homes for the animals they love and care for, but it is not every day that one of their rescues also lands a job as a bona fide crime-fighter.

Then again Arrow is not ...

NJ Farmers Against Hunger, Board of Commissioners Break Ground on Laurel Run Land Stewardship Center

Leaders from New Jersey Farmers Against Hunger and the New Jersey Agricultural Society teamed with members of the Burlington County Board of Commissioners on Friday to break ground on a new land stewardship center at Laurel Run Park.

The Laurel Run Land St...

Commissioners approve HELP loan for longtime Hainesport business

MOUNT HOLLY – A Hainesport-based lawncare business is poised to receive a critical lifeline from Burlington County.

The Burlington County Board of County Commissioners voted Wednesday to approve extending a $45,000 interest-free loan to the South...

Commissioners praise start of new device lending program at Burlington County Library System

The Burlington County Board of Commissioners applauded the launch of a new wireless hotspot and tablet lending program at the Burlington County Library System, saying the initiative will help close the digital divide and ensure disadvantaged residents can...

Commissioners: Now is the perfect time to visit a County park

The Burlington County Board of Commissioners will celebrate National Park Week (April 17-25) by encouraging residents to get outdoors and visit a County park.

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Commissioners applauded the signing of new legislation to aid small businesses

Burlington County Commissioners applaud signing of new law to aid small businesses

MEDFORD – The Burlington County Board of County Commissioners applauded the signing of new legislation to aid small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 p...

Burlington County partnering with Murphy administration to distribute $13M in rental assistance

The Burlington County Board of Commissioners announced a new partnership with Gov. Phil Murphy’s administration that will speed significant rental assistance to Burlington County households facing eviction or other financial hardships stemming from the CO...

Burlington County Women’s Advisory Council Woman of the Week

Burlington County Library System to mark centennial anniversary with yearlong celebration

The Burlington County Library System is turning 100 this year and the Burlington County Board of County Commissioners and County Library Commission are planning a yearlong celebration highlighting its evolution, growth and achievements over the last centu...

Commissioners call on residents to help ‘Beat the Bug’ by destroying spotted lanternfly egg masses

Burlington County is looking for a few good bug killers to enlist in the defense against the invasive spotted lanternfly.

All it takes is a scraper, plastic zipper bags and some alcohol or hand sanitizer.

The Burlington County Parks System and Rutgers Coope...